During the day, you will learn:

  • how to assess a patient with a minor injury
  • how to assess different types of wounds
  • how to recognise and treat burns
  • principles of wound care and healing
  • practical first aid, using bandages, splints, slings, steri-strips and walking aids

In the afternoon, you will participate in a variety of simulation exercises. This will allow you to practise the skills taught in the morning session.

Who will benefit:

This one-day course is aimed at Paramedics, ACPs, AHPs, GPs, Nurses, Physician Associates, Physio, OT, Primary Care HCA’s, and Primary Care Practitioners. It is designed to equip you with the basic knowledge required to treat common injuries.

Venue:

DREEAM, A Floor, West Block, QMC Campus, Derby Road, Nottingham. NG7 2UH

Start and finish times:

08:00 – 16:00 (breaks are built into the course timetable)

Refreshments:

Light lunch and refreshments provided

Faculty

Your course educator is Kathryn Richardson who also teaches on our Suturing course.

 

Timetable

Please contact us if you have any queries, or if you wish to discuss a bespoke course to fit your specific needs.